'The sign designated “RJ Way” as the corner of Perry Street and Illinois Street outside KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres honor Rick Jeanneret with street sign ahead of season opener
The Sabres Report - Oct 13, 2023
Kreider, Rangers ease past Sabres in season opener
'“It was a challenging night,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said. “You get scored on twice in the first I think maybe three chances against, it’s tough sledding. Especially in this scenario where you’re not in a rhythm, you haven’t played games in the regular season yet. We fought hard the rest of the game to try to dig out of that.”' … [Read more...] about Kreider, Rangers ease past Sabres in season opener
Hamlin returns the love to Buffalo at Sabres game
'Hamlin wore a blue Sabres home jersey and held his hands up in the shape of a heart to show the crowd he appreciated the love.' … [Read more...] about Hamlin returns the love to Buffalo at Sabres game
Sabres unveil ‘RJ Way’ in honor of late team broadcaster
'The team honored the Hall of Fame broadcaster by renaming a street outside of KeyBank Center “RJ Way” before their home opener against the New York Rangers on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unveil ‘RJ Way’ in honor of late team broadcaster
Sabres have foundation in place with Dahlin, Power signed long term
'In other words, the Sabres, barring injuries or trades, will have both for the majority of their peak years. You’d be hard-pressed to find any other NHL teams who could make that claim about two blue-chip defensemen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have foundation in place with Dahlin, Power signed long term
Peterka scores lone goal in Sabres’ season-opening loss to Rangers
'The Rangers built a 3-0 lead before Peterka put the Sabres on the board with 1:30 remaining in the second period. The goal was the product of an Owen Power shot that was blocked by Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba but sent in Peterka’s direction, allowing him to send a quick shot past goaltender Igor Shesterkin.' … [Read more...] about Peterka scores lone goal in Sabres’ season-opening loss to Rangers
The Sabres Report - Oct 12, 2023
Sabres sign defenseman Owen Power to 7-year contract extension on eve of opener
'The Sabres now have five players signed until at least 2029-30: Power, Dahlin, Tage Thompson, Dylan Cozens and Mattias Samuelsson. Each was a difference-maker during the team's playoff push last season, when their 91 standing points were only one shy of the Florida Panthers for the Eastern Conference's final playoff spot. After signing both defensemen, the Sabres are projected … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Owen Power to 7-year contract extension on eve of opener
JJ Peterka planning to take 'next step' with Sabres after learning from rookie season
'JJ Peterka, whom the Sabres selected 26 picks after Quinn in the 2020 draft, used his summer in Germany to try to become more of a complete player after he produced 12 goals and 32 points in 77 games as a rookie. He worked with a new skills coach, Alex Kercs, to try to be even more dangerous with the puck and studied his own shifts from last season to improve his awareness in … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka planning to take ‘next step’ with Sabres after learning from rookie season
Mike Harrington: Hype and history surround Devon Levi as he claims the crease for Sabres opener
'For more of their first 43 seasons, until Ryan Miller was traded to St. Louis in 2014, the Sabres have relied heavily on their goalies and most delivered. You know the names. Roger Crozier and Gerry Desjardins. Don Edwards and Bob Sauve. Barrasso and Daren Puppa. Dominik Hasek. Miller and Marty Biron. Lots of disappointment since then.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Hype and history surround Devon Levi as he claims the crease for Sabres opener
Shakeup at Buffalo Bills and Sabres as John Roth, Kathryn D'Angelo removed
'Two sources within the organizations told The News that Roth was involved in a romantic relationship with D’Angelo, who reported to him, and thus created an unethical situation.' … [Read more...] about Shakeup at Buffalo Bills and Sabres as John Roth, Kathryn D’Angelo removed
Sabres sign Owen Power to long-term contract extension
'The extension will kick in for the 2024-25 season. Power, 20, has one year remaining on his three-year, entry-level contract worth $5.5 million.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Owen Power to long-term contract extension
In rookie Devon Levi, Sabres hope they have coveted franchise goalie
'“It’s so special, so exciting – home opener, season opener in front of a packed arena in Buffalo,” a smiling Levi said following practice in KeyBank Center. “So can’t really write a better story than that. Can’t ask for much more.”' … [Read more...] about In rookie Devon Levi, Sabres hope they have coveted franchise goalie
Sabres to honor Rick Jeanneret with special uniform patch
'In addition, the Sabres and Buffalo Common Council will be dedicating a trailblazing sign to Jeanneret at 4 p.m. outside Alumni Plaza prior to Thursday’s season opener against the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. The “RJ Way” sign will be located at the corner of Perry Street and Illinois Street.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to honor Rick Jeanneret with special uniform patch
Sabres ready for home opener vs. Rangers on Thursday night
'Equipped with one of the league’s premium goal scorers in Tage Thompson, one of the NHL’s top defensemen in the newly-extended Rasmus Dahlin and an up-and-coming goaltender in Devon Levi, among many other youthful players filled with talent, it seems as if this is going to be the year for Buffalo — or at least it had better be.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ready for home opener vs. Rangers on Thursday night
Time is right for Sabres this year
'What will improve the defense is just another year of maturity from young players Rasmus Dahlin, Mattias Samuelsson and Owen Power, but Adams added to that with the acquisition of Connor Clifton and veteran Erik Johnson. The player with more pressure is Clifton, who will be expected to provide a little more defensive stability and play some important minutes, while the 2006 … [Read more...] about Time is right for Sabres this year